I wore braces for 2 years but now I have to remove tooth #30 due to a chronic abscess (ongoing for the past 5-6 years) resulting from a failed root canal (done in 2000). Upon removal, I will wait until the infection drains and the bone heals -- I'm thinking about 3-5 months. Will my teeth shift in this time period? Is there anything that can be done to keep the surrounding teeth from moving position and/or crowding the implant site? Thank you.
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Your profile suggests that you are from Maryland and what could be a more perfect solution than a Maryland bridge (developed at the University of Maryland and requires little to no tooth reduction). It is bonded to your adjacent teeth and can be a good option while your implant heals....
Please consider having another dentist evaluate the area and offer a second opinion. There are risks with any option you choose. The risk for a partial denture is that it can act as a slow tooth extractor. By teetering on the abutment teeth over and over, a partial can cause...
